Ask An Expert: Human Resources
| How can I get around paying overtime? | |
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You can’t. Overtime (OT) pay is a requirement for employees who are paid on an hourly basis, termed non-exempt employees. The law requires that any employee who works more than 40 hours per week is paid time and one-half for … Read Full Post |
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| What can I do to identify areas in my company that need improvement? | |
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HR Audits can be an excellent tool to protect your organization, establish best practices and identify areas that need improvement. The evaluation process includes using numerical data (e.g. How long it takes to fill an open position and employee satisfaction … Read Full Post |
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| I have heard that I can save on payroll taxes by converting my employees to independent contractors (I/C). Is this true? | |
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Not exactly. The IRS has very specific and strict criteria for the classification of an I/C; in a nutshell, “The more control a company exercises over how, when, where, and by whom work is performed, the more likely the workers … Read Full Post |
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| What types of behaviors are considered discriminatory by employers? | |
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The provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 make it illegal for most employers to engage in the following: 1. Discrimination or segregation in all terms of employment based on race, color, religion, gender or ethnicity. … Read Full Post |
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| How accurate do my employees’ time sheets need to be? | |
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Very accurate. Recordkeeping can be a hot issue for small employers who are notorious for operating rather informally and resisting the use of time cards or time sheets. It would be difficult for an employer to defend against an accusation … Read Full Post |
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